Katerina Siniakova and Taylor Townsend Win Women's Doubles Final

PARIS: Katerina Siniakova and Taylor Townsend won the French Open doubles title on Sunday after defeating second seeds Anna Danilina and Aleksandra Krunic in straight sets at Roland Garros, adding another major trophy to their growing partnership.

The top-seeded pair controlled large portions of the contest on Court Philippe-Chatrier and secured a 6-2, 7-5 victory to claim their first title together in the French capital. The win further strengthens their position at the top of the women's doubles rankings and continues an impressive season on the WTA Tour.

Historic achievement for Siniakova

The latest success adds to an already distinguished career for Katerina Siniakova. The Czech player now owns 11 Grand Slam women's doubles titles and has lifted the Roland Garros trophy four times with three different partners.

Her ability to succeed across multiple partnerships has been a defining feature of her career. Sunday's victory extended that record and added another major title to her collection.

Townsend earns long-awaited Paris breakthrough

For Taylor Townsend, the result carries particular significance. The American had previously reached the championship match in Paris but fell short of the title. This time, she converted the opportunity and left with her first Roland Garros crown.

The victory also marks the biggest achievement of the Siniakova-Townsend partnership at the tournament to date and highlights the consistency they have shown throughout the season.

French Open Women's doubles final decided in straight sets

The French Open 2026 Women's doubles final lasted one hour and 32 minutes, with the top seeds taking control early before overcoming a stronger challenge in the second set. Danilina and Krunic pushed the contest closer after the opening set, but Siniakova and Townsend held firm in the key moments to close out the match.

Speaking after the victory, Townsend paid tribute to her partner and reflected on their relationship on and off the court.

“Two and a Half years has been so much fun to get to know you on the court, off the court, get a chance to know your family and everyone who's behind you who loves you and care about you, and you can add that. Me and my team and my people, we love and care about you as well,” Townsend said.

“So thank you for being by my side, and thank you for being a friend.”